Does Merrimack College offer scholarships to international students?

<p>Yes, Merrimack College offers a wide variety of scholarships to all their international students based upon many factors, including financial need, academic excellence, athletic, musical, and theatrical talent, affiliation with various groups, or career aspirations. These scholarships are gift aid and do not need to be repaid. At Merrimack, students do not have to apply separately for financial aid.</p><p><strong>1) Merit and Athletic Scholarships:</strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th>Scholarship Tyep</th><th>Description</th><th>Amount per Year</th><th>Eligibility</th></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>President&rsquo;s</p></th><td>The most prestigious merit scholarship, awarded to the top 30% of incoming students.</td><td>Up to $27,000</td><td>All undergraduate applicants are considered based upon a holistic review of their academic record and personal accomplishments.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Trustees&rsquo;</p><p>Dean&rsquo;s</p><p>Merrimack</p></th><td>Awarded to incoming students in recognition of academic achievement.</td><td>Between $13,000 and $24,000</td><td>All undergraduate applicants are considered based upon a holistic review of their academic record and personal accomplishments.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Athletic</p></th><td>Awarded to select athletic recruits.</td><td>Up to full tuition, room and board, books and fees</td><td>Recipients are awarded at the discretion of the Department of Athletics.</td></tr></tbody></table><p><strong>2) Special Scholarships:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><table><tbody><tr><th>Fund</th><th>Description</th><th>Amount per Year</th><th>Eligibility</th></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Augustinian</p></th><td>Prestigious scholarship awarded to incoming students who have attended secondary schools affiliated with the Order of St. Augustine. Awarded in place of merit.</td><td>Full tuition</td><td>Recipients embody the values of St. Augustine&mdash; hospitality, community, and the pursuit of truth. Students are required to commit to up to 6 hours of service per week.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Choral</p></th><td>Awarded to select applicants with a strong background in singing who intend to participate in concert choir. Awarded in addition to merit.</td><td>$500</td><td>Applicants must indicate their interest on their application for admission. Recipients are selected by the Director of Campus Music Activities.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Family</p></th><td>If two children from the same family are enrolled at Merrimack College in a full-time, undergraduate day degree program, each child is entitled to a 10 percent reduction in tuition after institutional aid is applied. Three children receive a 13.3 percent reduction, and four children receive a 15 percent reduction after instituional aid is applied.</td><td>Varies per family</td><td>Siblings enrolled simultaneously in a full time undergraduate degree at Merrimack College.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>FIRST Robotics</p></th><td><p>Awarded to a select number of high school seniors who have participated on a FIRST Robotics team. Awarded in addition to merit.</p></td><td>$5,000</td><td>To be considered, students will need to submit a FIRST application and major within the School of Science and Engineering.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Honors</p></th><td>Inspired by St. Augustine&rsquo;s philosophy of teaching and learning, the Honors Scholarship is awarded to students selected into the Honors Program. Awarded in addition to merit.</td><td>$1,500</td><td>Top 20% of the freshman applicant pool who confirm their intent to participate in the Honors Program.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Marching Band</p></th><td>Awarded to talented musicians based upon musical ability who intend to participate in the marching band. Awarded as a comprehensive scholarship or in addition to merit.</td><td>Varies per student</td><td>Applicants must indicate their interest on their application for admission or on the&nbsp;music interest form. Recipients are selected by the Director of Bands.</td></tr><tr><th scope="row"><p>Merrimack Achieves Collegiate Holistic Support Scholars (MACHS)</p></th><td>Established through a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF) grant and awarded to select high achieving students who show a strong passion and ambition for a future in their field but may have financial barriers. Awarded in addition to merit.</td><td>$8,100</td><td>Eligible students will need to major within the School of Science and Engineering and demonstrate significant financial need. Students will be notified and invited to submit an application.</td></tr></tbody></table>

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